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  • Page 1 Classic E.O.S. User manual...
  • Page 2 No parts of this document may be reproduced, copied, adapted or transmitted in any form or by any means without the written permission of Agfa-Gevaert N.V. Agfa-Gevaert N.V. makes no warranties or representation, expressed or implied, with respect to the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of the information contained in this document and specifically disclaims warranties of suitability for any particular purpose.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Chapter 1: Introducing the Classic E.O.S............... 5 Welcome to the Classic E.O.S................. 6 Safety precautions....................7 Safety compliance ....................8 The control panel..................... 9 Switching the Classic E.O.S. on ................12 Switching the Classic E.O.S. off ................
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  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Introducing The Classic E.o.s

    Chapter Introducing the Classic E.O.S. This chapter introduces the Classic E.O.S. to the user and draws the attention to some important safety precautions. Welcome to the Classic E.O.S. Safety precautions Safety compliance The control panel Switching the Classic E.O.S. on Switching the Classic E.O.S.

  • Page 6: Welcome To The Classic E.o.s

    Welcome to the Classic E.O.S. The Classic E.O.S. is a processor for medical X-ray films developed by Agfa. The Classic E.O.S. cannot process rollfilms. The Classic E.O.S. offers the following features: Three fast processing cycles for optimal processing quality in accordance with the film type that is used: High Throughput (HT), Intermediate Processing (IP) and Rapid Processing (RP).

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    The processor may only be operated by qualified staff, skilled on the machine. Make sure that only by Agfa authorized personnel has access to the processor. Only trained and authorized service personnel can make repairs or changes to the processor.

  • Page 8: Safety Compliance

    Special instructions for the handling of chemicals When handling chemicals, you must observe safety and environmental regula- tions as well as the operating and warning instructions accompanying the chem- icals. Wear stipulated protective clothing and safety goggles. When disposing of chemicals and waste water, you must comply with the local regulations concerning waste water and environmental protection.

  • Page 9: The Control Panel

    The control panel Control panel keys Key description Action • To scroll upward through multiple choices in a Up key. field. • To scroll downward through multiple choices in Down key. a field. • To quit a submenu without saving any Escape key.
  • Page 10 Control panel display The LCD display of the control panel consists of two lines of 16 digits, located above the keys on the control panel. 5($'< cHDWLQJ or, e.g.: GHYHORSHU d& The display keeps the user informed on the status of the processor, e.g. when failures occur by showing an appropriate message.
  • Page 11 Audio signals The Classic E.O.S. also informs you about its status by means of beeps. The length of the beep indicates the system’s response to a key command. A short beep means that Classic E.O.S. accepts the command and begins the operation.

  • Page 12: Switching The Classic E.o.s. On

    Switching the Classic E.O.S. on When operating the processor for the first time, make sure that the processor has been installed in accordance with the Agfa installation instructions. Locate the main switch and place it in position ‘I’. Do not touch the switches with wet fingers! The processor starts an initialization procedure that may take 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Page 13 After a while, the following message indicates that the processor is ready for operation: 5($'< d& The actual temperature to be reached depends upon the setting for the actual pro- cessing cycle. Refer to ’Developer temperature’ on page 36 of the Classic E.O.S. Reference manual.

  • Page 14: Switching The Classic E.o.s. Off

    Switching the Classic E.O.S. off Before switching off Verify that no film is being processed before switching off the processor. Switching off It is recommended to switch the processor off: when you do not intend to process films for the next couple of hours, at the end of the day.

  • Page 15: Chapter 2: Basic Operation

    Chapter Basic operation This chapter holds basic information on how to process films both under normal conditions and in emergency situations. Processing films Processing an emergency film...

  • Page 16: Processing Films

    Processing films Processing a film is very easy and straightforward: you just have to place the exposed film on the feed table and feed it into the feed slot of the Classic E.O.S. The Classic E.O.S. will then process the film and deposit it in the exit tray. The Classic E.O.S.
  • Page 17 Place the sheet of film to be processed on the feed table. Make sure that the film edge is aligned with the feed slot. The processor accepts the film and starts processing it. The following message is shown: 3OHDVH ZDLW Wait until you hear a short beep, and the READY status message reappears.
  • Page 18 Processing narrow films You can place narrow films side by side on the feed table to have them pro- cessed simultaneously. However, make sure these films do not overlap. You can introduce 2 sheets of 10 x 10 cm film simultaneously as shown below. DO NOT process roll film on the Classic E.O.S.

  • Page 19: Processing An Emergency Film

    Processing an emergency film It may happen that you have one or more films to process at a time when the Classic E.O.S. is not completely ready for operation. This can be e.g.: when the Classic E.O.S. is initializing and the developer has not yet reached the set temperature, when an error status message is displayed.
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  • Page 21: Chapter 3: Advanced Operation

    Chapter Advanced operation This chapter gives an overview of functions for the advanced user: Recommended chemicals Customization Survey of the preventive maintenance work Troubleshooting checklist...

  • Page 22: Recommended Chemicals

    Recommended chemicals The tables below list the recommended chemicals, as a function of the processing cycle, temperature level and the replenishment quantity. Chemicals Developer and fixer temperature Developer G 138 i 38 °C 37 °C 34 °C Fixer G 334 i/ 34 °C 34 °C 34 °C...

  • Page 23: Customization

    Customization Overview of recommended settings The table below lists the recommendations for optimal processing stability, depending on your specific workload. Developer replenishment rate more than 5 m² film/day 3 to 5 m² film/day less than 3 m² film/day daily use irregular use daily use irregular use...

  • Page 24: Survey Of The Preventive Maintenance Work

    Survey of the preventive maintenance work Preventive maintenance and cleaning of the Classic E.O.S. at regular intervals will keep the Classic E.O.S. running smoothly and ensure optimum processing quality. Maintenance table A survey of this cleaning and maintenance work is listed in the table below. The procedures themselves are explained in detail in the Classic E.O.S.
  • Page 25 Refer to ’Advanced operation’ on page 21 of the Classic E.O.S. Reference man- ual. Maintenance message The Classic E.O.S. must be checked and serviced periodically by your local ser- vice organization (default period: every six months). If the following maintenance message is displayed, you must call your local ser- vice organization.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting Checklist

    Troubleshooting checklist A survey of possible faults is listed in the table below. The troubleshooting pro- cedures are explained in detail in the Classic E.O.S. Reference manual (page references). Error status Refer to Page You try to feed a film but it is not The processor is out of opera- accepted.
  • Page 27 An interval beep accompanies the messages. You can interrupt the beeping by pressing the confirm key. Refer to ’Troubleshooting’ on page 73 of the Classic E.O.S. Reference manual. 1281C GB 20001204...
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  • Page 29: Appendix A: Equipment Information Sheet

    Appendix Equipment information sheet...

  • Page 30: Specifications

    Product description Type of product Medical film processor Commercial name Classic E.O.S. Model number 5270/xxx Original seller/manufacturer Agfa-Gevaert NV-Mortsel Labelling 93/42 EEC ‘Medical Devices’ (Europe) TÜV-Certification Mark EN 60950 c-UL-us-Listing Mark UL 1950, CSA 22.2 No. 950 (US/CAN) Dimensions Length, feed table and receiving tray...
  • Page 31 10 °C - 35 °C Recommended consumables Developer G 138 i Fixer G 334 i/G 338 Film all Agfa medical X-ray films Water tap water Tank volumes (with roller sets inserted) Developer tank ca 8.8 l Fixer tank 1 ca 10 l Fixer tank 2 ca 5.8 l...
  • Page 32 Fixer temperatures Fixer tank 1 Not regulated Fixer tank 2 34 °C in all processing cycles Replenishment rates (default values upon installation) Developer 400 ml/m at > 5 m film/day Fixer tank 2 400 ml/m at > 5 m film/day Film characteristics Smallest film size 10 x 10 cm...
  • Page 33 Process data (throughput for 35x35 cm sized films) RP processing cycle 110 films/hour IP processing cycle 150 films/hour HT processing cycle 220 films/hour End of Life Estimated product life (if regularly serviced and maintained 7 yrs. according to AGFA instructions) 1281C GB 20001204...

  • Page 34: Accessories

    Accessories Anti-algae kit. Water pressure reduction. Replenishment tanks 2 x 30 l. Replenishment tanks 2 x 80 l. E.O.S. Fix. Chemix. 1281C GB 20001204...
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  • Page 36 Printed in Belgium Published by Agfa-Gevaert N.V., B-2640 Mortsel-Belgium 1281C GB 20001204...

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